APMA / AHEA Application Forms

In an effort to reduce paperwork and processing time there are three separate multi-agency applications to permit mining and exploration in Alaska. Hard Rock Exploration (AHEA), Suction Dredging (APMA) and Placer Mining (APMA).

Hard Rock Exploration:
Hard rock exploration involves looking for gold encased in rock or minerals with the ultimate goal of studying the feasibility of developing a mine. A hard rock exploration project usually involves multiple drill cores and trenching.

Suction Dredging:
A suction dredge consists of a sluice box supported by a flotation device (IE. Pontoon, raft, barge), attached to a suction hose which is controlled by a miner working beneath the water.

Placer Mining:
A Placer Mining operation consists of the use of mechanical equipment (IE. dozer, excavator, front end loader, etc.) to feed a wash plant (IE. shaker box, trommel, spray box) and sluice box system. Placer operations usually involve the excavation of a pit and pond system but may include placer exploration activities such as trenching.

DECEMBER 31 DEADLINE:
Applicants, whose proposed operations involved a total disturbance of less than five acres, are required to submit an Annual Reclamation Statement, whether or not activity took place this year. (AS 27.19.050).

Miscellaneous Land Use Application for Cross Country Travel Only. Processing Fees:
$150.00 for a single year permit, extra $50 for each additional year (up to 5 yr) for Multi-Year permit.